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Find the best cafes, restaurants, and ice cream stops on the Limerick Greenway. Perfect for a family break or a quick coffee while you cycle with GreenwayHub. Info Limerick Maps Limerick Travel Limerick Links Limerick Cafes Limerick Hire Limerick Gallery Limerick History Limerick Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Limerick - Listowel Greenway Cafes Greenway Cafe 1709 Rathkeale At the very start of the greenway at Rathkeale is the 1709 cafe. The cafe's name specifically commemorates the arrival of the Palatine community in 1709, see the museum next door Sonas Health Foods and Cafe Newcastle West Take a break in Newcastle West and enjoy the beautiful foods and coffee. The Coffee Pot Abbeyfeale Take a break in Abbeyfeale and enjoy one of the coffee shops in the town Listowel has real character Listowel There are so many options in the fabulous town of Listowel. Eating, drinking, music and craic abound. Rathkeale House Hotel Rathkeale The Greenway Bistro is in the Rathkeale House Hotel and is close to the start of the Greenway. A hearty dinner is available or just something lighter. Barnagh Greenway Hub Barnagh About 10Kms from Newcastle West and 13kms from Abbeyfeale is the perfect place to stop for a rest and enjoy the Platform 22 Cafe. The Devon Hotel Templeglantine Close to half way on the greenway is this family run hotel. It is less than 2 Kms off the greenway.

Plan your route with our Suir Blueway cycle maps. Includes an official tourist map, an interactive Google Map of POIs, and a detailed traced route map Info Suir Blueway Map Suir Blueway Travel Suir Blueway Links Suir Blueway Cafes Suir Blueway Hire Suir Blueway Gallery Suir Blueway History Suir Blueway Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Maps Suir Blueway Click on the map to open a PDF

Plan your trip on the Limerick Greenway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. Info Limerick Maps Limerick Travel Limerick Links Limerick Cafes Limerick Hire Limerick Gallery Limerick History Limerick Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Limerick - Listowel Greenway The Limerick to Listowel Greenway is a wonderful inland cycling experience through the rural heartlands of Ireland. It has an excellent asphalt surface, generally flat and completely off-road with 'kissing gates' at each road crossing. It runs very close to several towns providing places to stop for a break or as a starting point. The length of the greenway is 50Kms. The greenway was opened in 2021 after a long struggle by locals and environmental activists having watched the route decay and become overgrown over the years. The route runs along the old Limerick to Tralee railway line, known as the North Kerry Line, which operated from 1880 to 1970. Passenger trains ended in 1963. Road usage and road transport signaled the death of many rural railway lines in Ireland. The history of the Limerick greenway is covered elsewhere on the site. It has excellent signage, the best of all Irish greenways with signs identifying the names of each townland (local rural area) along the route and their origin. Limerick County Council are really to be commended for keeping the names of the townlands alive with the interpretation of the original Irish names, a brilliant cultural addition to the greenway, see some examples below. Outstanding signage by Limerick County Council Cyclists can start from a number of entry/ exit points along the route, typically Rathkeale, Ardagh, Newcastle West, Barnagh, Templeglantine (known locally as Glantine), Abbeyfeale or Listowel. There are specific greenway car parks at Rathkeale, Ardagh, Newcastle West and Abbeyfeale but there will be no difficulty finding parking at the other towns and villages on or close to the greenway. Rathkeale to Ardagh – 9 Kms Ardagh to Newcastle West - 4 Kms Newcastle West to Barnagh – 9 Kms Barnagh to Templeglantine – 4 Kms Templeglantine to Abbeyfeale - 9 Kms Abbeyfeale to the Kerry border - 3 Kms Kerry border to Listowel - 12 Kms The route straddles two administrative areas, the counties of Limerick and Kerry. Because of the different administrative areas, the sections between Rathkeale to Abbeyfeale (to the Limerick-Kerry border) are marked as the Limerick Greenway while the section from Listowel to the Kerry-Limerick border near Abbeyfeale is part of the Kingdom of Kerry Greenways . Neither side wanting to give naming rights to the other!!! For our purposes we will refer to it as the Limerick and Listowel Greenway. Although you will not see that signage anywhere. But for our purposes and for the purpose of cyclists it is one greenway. And if you are curious to find out why Kerry is called the Kingdom then this site might help. The different administrative areas can cause cyclists some confusion as regards distances. On the Limerick side distance markings start from zero at Rathkeale while on the Kerry side distance markings start from zero at Listowel. At the Limerick Kerry border the distance signs change from 12 Kms (distance to Listowel) to 38 Kms (distance to Rathkeale) within a few metres of one another. Adding to the confusion about distances, if one enters the towns along the way including Rathkeale, Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale and Listowel then the distance is closer to what is generally published i.e. 40 Kms for the Limerick section and 13Kms for the Kerry section, a total of 53 Kms. The Limerick/ Kerry border, the signage changes as does the colour of the asphalt. See the access point to the Barnagh Greenway Hub and Platform 22 cafe in the image above. Access to the Greenway Hub is through the Barnagh tunnel. The route rises from Newcastle West to Barnagh and drops again at Templeglantine. The higest point is at Barnagh which is at 180m above sea level. See profile below. There is an excellent guide website from The Irish Road Trip giving details of the route.

Explore the beauty of the Sallins Greenway through our photo gallery. Browse high-quality images of local scenery, points of interest, and hidden gems along the route. Info Sallins Greenway Maps Sallins Greenway Travel Sallins Greenway Links Sallins Greenway Cafes Sallins Greenway Hire Sallins Greenway Gallery Sallins Greenway History Sallins Greenway Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Sallins Greenway

Explore the fascinating history of the Great Western Greenway. From its origins as a historic railway to the local heritage and folklore of the surrounding area. Info Western Map Western Travel Western Links Western Cafes Western Hire Western Gallery Western History Western Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes History Great Western Greenway The Great Western Greenway in County Mayo, Ireland, is a 42-kilometer-long greenway rail trail that runs from Westport to Achill. Its history is a tale of transformation, from a Victorian-era railway to a modern recreational trail. The Railway Era The story of the Great Western Greenway begins in the late 19th century with the construction of the Achill extension of the Midland Great Western Railway. This line, known as one of the "Balfour Lines" after Arthur J. Balfour, the Chief Secretary for Ireland at the time, was built with state assistance to provide a railway to disadvantaged areas. 1894: The first section of the railway opened, connecting Westport to Newport. 1895: The line was completed, extending all the way to Achill. The railway brought significant social and economic benefits to the region, improving trade, tourism, and the postal system. It's said that over 1,000 men were employed in its construction. However, the railway's success was short-lived. With the rise of motor vehicles and an improved road network, passenger numbers declined, and the service was eventually terminated. Passenger services stopped in 1934, and freight services ceased in 1937. The tracks were subsequently removed and sold. The Modern Greenway Decades later, the disused railway line was repurposed, leading to the creation of the Great Western Greenway. The project was a collaboration between local and national entities, with funding from Mayo County Council, the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport, and Fáilte Ireland. Crucially, the project's success depended on the agreement of local landowners who granted permissive access for the trail. April 2010: The first section of the greenway, between Newport and Mulranny, was opened. July 2011: The full 42-kilometer route from Westport to Achill was officially opened. The greenway has been a major success, attracting a significant number of cyclists and walkers. It has won several awards and is recognized for its positive economic impact on the local area, inspiring similar projects across Ireland. Achill Island, the largest island off the coast of Ireland, has a rich and storied history spanning thousands of years. From ancient settlements to a prominent role in Irish folklore, the island's past is as rugged and captivating as its landscape. Early History and Ancient Settlements Human settlement on Achill Island dates back at least 5,000 years. Archaeological evidence, such as megalithic tombs and promontory forts, points to a Neolithic presence around 4000 B.C. These early inhabitants cleared forests for farming and left their mark on the landscape. During the Iron Age (c. 400 B.C.), the remains of forts along the coast suggest a period of increased settlement and conflict. The arrival of Christianity in Ireland around the 5th century A.D. is also reflected on the island, with ancient church sites and holy wells dedicated to 7th-century saints. Grace O'Malley and the O'Malley Clan Achill was once part of the ancient Kingdom of Umhall, and one of its most famous ruling families was the O'Malleys. The most renowned member of this clan was Grace O'Malley (Granuaile), the legendary "Pirate Queen." She was a fearless leader who controlled the waters of the western seaboard in the 16th century, imposing taxes on passing ships. Kildamhnait Castle, a 15th-century tower house on the island, is associated with her family. The Great Famine and the Deserted Village The Great Famine of the mid-19th century had a devastating impact on Achill. The "Deserted Village" at the foot of Slievemore mountain stands as a poignant reminder of this era. This village of about 80 stone cottages was abandoned as families were forced to emigrate or move closer to the sea for food. The cottages were later used as "booley houses" for seasonal grazing of cattle, a practice that continued until the early 20th century. The Railway and Tragedies In the late 19th century, a railway line was built to connect Achill to the mainland, opening up the island to more visitors. The line was part of a government initiative to aid disadvantaged areas. However, its history is marked by tragedy. A local prophet had foretold that "fire carts on iron wheels" would carry bodies to Achill on their first and last journeys. This prophecy came true when the first train carried the bodies of 32 young Achill people who drowned in the Clew Bay Drowning tragedy in 1894. The railway's last journey in 1937 also carried the bodies of ten young Achill people who died in a fire while working in Scotland. Here are some images of Achill Island's stunning landscape visitachill.com mybestplace.com destinationwestport.com Achill Island is known for its rich archaeological heritage, which includes a number of promontory forts. These forts, dating back to the Iron Age, are a testament to the long history of human settlement on the island. What are Promontory Forts? A promontory fort is a type of defensive structure built on a coastal headland or a steep cliff. The natural defenses of the sea cliffs protect the fort on three sides, and a bank or ditch is constructed on the landward side to complete the fortification. This strategic use of topography made them highly effective for defense with minimal construction. Achill's Promontory Forts Achill has multiple promontory forts, with one well-known example being the fort at Dun Bunnafahy (Dún Bun na Faiche), near Ashleam Bay. Key features of this fort and others on the island include: Defensive Walls and Ditches: At Dun Bunnafahy, a clearly evident ditch and a wall that can reach a height of approximately 6 meters from the bottom of the ditch can still be seen. Location: The forts are typically situated on narrow slivers of land jutting into the sea, providing natural protection. Archaeological Significance: Promontory forts on Achill and elsewhere in Ireland are a key part of the country's maritime and Iron Age history, indicating a period of expansion and conflict. The name "dún" (or "doon") in Irish placenames often signifies the presence of a fort. The presence of these forts, along with other archaeological sites like megalithic tombs and the Deserted Village at Slievemore, offers a glimpse into the island's past, from its earliest inhabitants to later medieval periods. https://barrysguidedtours.com/achill-island-promontory-fort/ https://achilltourism.com/experience-achill/history/

Looking for bike hire on the Grand Canal Greenway? Find local shops offering bicycle rentals, electric bikes, and repair services to get you on the trail with GreenwayHub. Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Bike Hire and Repair - Grand Canal Buckley Cycles Bike Sales, Repair and Rental from Buckleys in the centre of Tullamore and right on the Greenway Tullamore Cycle Centre In Tullamore town they provide sales, repairs, rentals and accessories. Info Grand Canal Maps Grand Canal Travel Grand Canal Links Grand Canal Cafes Grand Canal Hire Grand Canal Gallery Grand Canal History Grand Canal

Looking for bike hire on the Limerick Greenway? Find local shops offering bicycle rentals, electric bikes, and repair services to get you on the trail with GreenwayHub. Info Limerick Maps Limerick Travel Limerick Links Limerick Cafes Limerick Hire Limerick Gallery Limerick History Limerick Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Bike Hire and Repair Limerick Spin Doctors and Locomotion Bike Rental Bike Hire, Sales and Repair at the Barnagh Greenway Hub Like Bikes Pick up bikes at Rathkeale or Abbeyfeale Adrenalin Sports Sales and repair in Newcastle West O'Sullivan Cycles Sales and Repair in Listowel Adare Bike Hire Bike Hire from Adare, 15Km from Limerick Greenway. Airport pickup available. Secure car parking.

Plan your trip on the Barrow Way Greenway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. Info Barrow Way Map Barrow Way Travel Barrow Way Links Barrow Way Cafes Barrow Way Hire Barrow Way Gallery Barrow Way History Barrow Way Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Barrow Way Greenway To understand where the Barrow Way Greenway fits within the Canal system in Ireland it is worth looking at Ireland Canals page here . This explains how the canals have morphed into the greenways that we have today, designated as cycle routes and suitable for cyclists on normal road bikes. Some sections of the canal banks have not been converted and designated as greenways but are under active consideration, others are in the planning process or in a small number of cases the work has already started. Other sections have been denied planning permission for various reasons or have not yet come under active consideration. In the case of the Barrow Way, the section from Robertstown to Athy is completed and is an active greenway while the section south of Athy has been denied planning permission. About 2 kms, south of Athy, the cycle path ends and from there is grassy underfoot. Attempts to extend the greenway met local opposition some years ago and there are no plans to reapply for planning permission. See here a map of the of the Barrow Way Greenway from Kildare Co. Co. All of the Barrow Way can be walked. Walkers can walk all the way from Hazelhatch, through Sallins, Robertstown, Rathangan, Monastrevin, Athy to Carlow, Bagenalstown (Muine Bheag), Borris, Graiguenamang, ending at St Mullins. Some sections after Athy can be cycled using mountain bikes in the summer months when paths are dry. This is not recommended here as it is not designated as a proper greenway. From a greenway/ cycling perspective, the Barrow Way is somewhat of a misnomer as the section from Robertstown to Athy that can be cycled straddles a spur of the Grand Canal not the Barrow River. Although the canal traverses the river via viaducts and this is a feature in Monastrevin. The canal joins the Barrow River just beyond Athy. See image here of Horse Bridge just south of Athy where the Grand Canal joins the River Barrow. The canal meets the River Barrow at Horse Bridge just south of Athy The sections of the Grand Canal that are open to cyclists and the sections that have not yet been converted to cycleways are shown in this image here in the Canals Section of this website. Works have started to extend the Sallins- Hazelhatch greenway back towards Dublin. In addition the section between Sallins and Robertstown will be upgraded to full greenway standard eventually. When those works are completed the Barrow Way will run from outside Dublin along the Grand Canal to Robertstown where it turns south at Lowtown (see map below) to Rathangan, Monasterevin and on to Athy. I will update the website when these works have been completed. But as of now the Sallins Greenway and Barrow Way are not yet connected and are treated as separate greenways. The canal is maintained by Waterways Ireland and is punctuated by canal locks along the route. The underfoot is either asphalt or fine grit. Some sections are shared with motorists but only with very light local traffic to allow access to individual houses on the route. The shared sections are of asphalt construction.The route is very flat. From the north of the greenway, Robertstown is our starting point of the Barrow Way Greenway The Grand Canal Greenway and the Barrow Way go their separate ways at Lowtown Harbour, see map above. The route stretches from Robertstown to Athy, a distance of 47 Kms, where the canal meets the River Barrow at Horse Bridge just south of Athy. From Robertstown the route travels 1.5 Kms south-west to Lowtown and from there to the village of Rathangan. You will find this route to be quiet with a variety of scenery from bog, farmland and forestry. Enjoy a stop at the small village of Rathangan. Onwards to Monasterevin which touches the counties of Kildare, Offaly and Laois, a distance of 10.5Kms. You can cycle into the town of Monasterevin, a town that was once on the main Dublin to Cork road causing tailbacks. Thankfully the motorway has changed all that and the town is now part of the commuter belt with good road and rail access. Note the aquaduct in Monasterevin where the canal crosses the River Barrow. It is a town of bridges to accommodate the canal and the river. Onwards from Monastrevin, you are unlikely to meet another watering hole on the 22.5 Km route to Athy so bring a drink with you. In summertime or at weekends there may be a pop-up coffee trailer on the route. You will pass through the tiny village of Vicarstown. There was nothing open in Vicarstown when we last passed through. Dilly Dally is a coffee shop between Vicarstown and Athy and opens at the weekends. About 1 Km from the outskirts of the town of Athy you will see Cuan Mhuire on the opposite bank of the canal. This is a retreat for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts. There is a very nice coffee shop with all sorts of sweet and savoury snacks and even full meals are served. You can buy some quite unusual and unique artistry created by the patients. It is a nice idea to cycle back about 1Km on the opposite bank of the canal to Cuan Mhuire on the L8068 and experience the solitude and tranquility of the retreat house. Carrying on further into Athy provides a multitude of places to stop and have a well deserved drink and food. Note that many websites will give the impression that the Barrow Way can be cycled past Athy and on to the towns of Carlow, Leighlinbridge, Bagenalstown (Muine Bheag), Borris and Graiguenamanagh. This is not the case. It is a wonderful walk and may be suitable for mountain bikes (although I am not at all sure that they are welcome!). The judgement on the rejection of the application for greenway status was rubber stamped by the planning appeal board, much to the chagrin of cyclists and the local tourist industry, see report here. About a 2 kilometres south from Athy town past the Horse Bridge the greenway ends and turn into a grassy path suitable for walkers. Cuan Mhuire can be seen at the opposite side of the canal less than a kilometre from Lock 26 on the outskirts of Athy. This is well worth a visit. There is a garden centre, restaurant and shop and you will also be supporting a wonderful charity. At then end of the Grand Canal in Athy is a short history of the canal provided by Kildare County Council. Click to read the detail.

Plan your trip on the Tralee - Fenit Greenway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. Info Tralee Fenit Map Tralee Fenit Travel Tralee Fenit Links Tralee Fenit Cafes Tralee Fenit Hire & Repair Tralee Fenit Gallery Tralee Fenit History Tralee Fenit Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Tralee - Fenit Greenway If you ever only cycle one greenway in Ireland, don't miss out on experiencing the Tralee to Fenit greenway. Try to do it on a sunny day when the views can be seen in all their glory. It is majestic. The Tralee to Fenit greenway follows an old railway line along the north coast of Tralee Bay with the stunning views across the bay to the Dingle Peninsula. The distance is 13.5Kms of off-road cycle way and a walking path. The underfoot conditions for cycling are perfect with a perfect tarmac/asphalt surface. It is very flat, see the profile below. The greenway starts in Tralee town opposite the Railway station (Casement Railway Station) on the Oakfield Road (R878), see Map Tralee Fenit page. The greenway heads north-west out of the town before heading west past Spa, Cotters Bend and Kilfenora before reaching Fenit Harbour. The greenway was opened in 2022 after the the original railway line had been finally abandoned in 2014. In early 2017, CIE, the state railway company, divested both the Tralee Fenit and North Kerry railways to Kerry County Council making it possible to develop the greenways in Kerry. The route ends at Fenit Harbour. There is parking at the end of the greenway in Fenit village as well as cafes, restaurants and accommodation if you wish to stay. There is a beautiful coastal walk from Fenit beach with magnificent scenery. One can cycle (slowly) as far as the end of the tarred track. For a much longer walk, see the Fenit Coastal Walk , a 9 Km walk that is a circular walk around Fenit Island. It may be possible to cycle to Fenit island. But not having done it, I cannot recommend it here. Do not attempt cycling or walking in poor weather and only do so in low tide. From Fenit village one can cycle out on the causeway to the harbour itself and view the statue of Brendan the Navigator, a beehive stone hut and an example of an Ogham stone, a very early form of writing. The Chonky Trundlers are a fun couple who like to hike and create videos. This video gives a real sense of the greenway, enjoy the Chonky Trundlers' Hike 2023 here. The RTE programme Tracks and Trails also features Ursula Jacob (famous Irish Camogie player) walking the Tralee to Fenit greenway, enjoy the video of the Tralee to Fenit from Tracks and Trails here.

Find out how to get to the Waterford Greenway. View parking locations, bus and rail connections, and see the start and end points via Google Streetview. Info Waterford Map Waterford Travel Waterford Links Waterford Cafes Waterford Bike Hire Waterford Gallery Waterford History Waterford Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Travel Waterford - Dungarvan Waterford City Start Those travelling by train will arrive at Plunkett Station, Waterford. Cycle over the bridge, turn right to find the start of the greenway on Grattan Quay, see map below. Those travelling by car are likely to start their cycle at Bilberry Car Park which is to the east of the city and about 1.5Km from Grattan Quay, see map below. Parking at Bilberry Car Park is free but ensure that you lock your car and remove any valuables as you may be away overnight if you decide to stay in Dungarvan and return the following day. Use the Streetview icon on the maps below to view the locations. Those arriving by bus will hire bikes in the city, see the Hire/ Repair page on this site. Dungarvan Start Those travelling by car will find parking near the start of the greenway on Shandon Street in Dungarvan town. There is free parling adjacent to the start location, see image and map of the start of the greenway below. There is no train service available in Dungarvan but buses to Waterford are frequent and it is possible to transport your bike on Expressway buses, see the Road Travel page here for more details.

Plan your trip on the Killarney Cycle Routes. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. Info Killarney Map Killarney Travel Killarney Links killarney Cafes Killarney Hire & Repair Killarney Gallery Killarney History Killarney Killarney Cycle Routes Strictly speaking, the routes around Killarney are not designated greenways but are included here as Killarney is a major tourist town. It is probably the most visited town in Ireland if the cities are to be excluded. In addition there are excellent walks in the area and the highest mountain in Ireland, Carrauntohil in the MacGillycuddy Reeks, is just a short distance from Killarney. Many such tourists are likely to hire bikes. It would therefore be fatuous to exclude Killarney from this site. There are two cycling routes in the immediate vicinity of Killarney town, The Muckross Lake Loop and The Gap of Dunloe . Muckross Lake Loop The Muckross Lake Loop, round trip 20 Kms. The route starts in Killarney town centre, take the N71 from Kenmare Place, where the jaunting cars tours begin. This road can be very busy. There is a cycle path on the main road about 650 metres ahead. It may be better for parents and minders with children to walk this section on the footpath until the cycle path is reached, opposite The Old Weir Lodge. Join the cycle path for a short distance and then cross the road just after the bridge over the River Laune to join the main cycle path to Muckross. Note that you will share the path with the Jaunting Cars and they consider that they have right of way. Be warned!! Follow the cycle path until you enter the Killarney National Park just past the Lake Hotel. Head into the park. there are a myriad of different routes in the park but continue until you see a sign for Dinis Cottage. Take the path to Dinis, note that this is designated as a one way route in the anticlockwise direction around the Muckross Lake. The jaunting cars all tend to go only to Muckross House so you will have a quieter ride with just other cyclists and walkers to contend with. There is a coffee shop at Dinis Cottage where you can take a well deserved rest. In summertime you will have the option of taking a boat trip across Muckross Lake to Muckross House and Gardens. The boatmen will carry your bikes on the boat. Otherwise you can choose to cycle on and complete the round trip around the lake. Note that it is not advisable to cycle back the way you came as the routes is designated as one way only. See the map of the route in the Map Killarney page. There is a section of about 1.5 Kms where cyclists must share the main road. This section is also shown on the Map Killarney page. This is a busy road with many tour buses on a narrow road. The last time I cycled this route there was a notice that planning permission was being requested by Kerry County Council to build a walk/ cycle path on this section. Planning permission has subsequently been granted which is very welcome news as there are concerns about children cycling on this road. Let's hope it is built soon. Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Continue past Dinis Cottage for a further 1.6 Kms until you arrive at the main road, N71, between Killarney and Moll's Gap. Unfortunately you will have a short cycle on the main road, a distance of 800 meters. At that point re-enter the park before the car park at the Torc Waterfall. If you have time, lock up your bikes and walk up to the waterfall. It is unfortunate that there is a short section on the main road and this road is very busy in summertime. There is a plan in place to build a raised platform walkway/ cycleway in 2025 obviating the need to cycle on the road. Hopefully this will be in place by the time you read this. Be careful though, before the new cycleway is in place, minors should not be allowed to cycle on the road. It would be better to cycle back the way you came. The route is marked as one-way but it would be a minor infraction and much safer. From the Torc waterfall carpark, follow the signs to Muckross House. There is a shop/ cafe/ restaurant there for you to take a break before heading back on the same route to Killarney town. See the map of the route in the Map Killarney page. Taking the boat and bike back to Killarney from Dinis Cottage Gap of Dunloe The Gap of Dunloe, round trip 35 Kms. This route is not a circular route, it is a direct go and return. Cyclists can decide to cycle part of the journey and return to Killarney at any time. It has three sections, the section through Killarney National Park, a road section to Kate Kearney's Cottage and the off road route up to the Gap of Dunloe. The route starts in Killarney town at the entrance to the Killarney House and Gardens at King's Bridge just opposite the St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, see the Map Killarney page. There are three paths ahead, take the path to the right, marked The Fossa Way, stay on the path for about 2.5 Kms until you reach the Castlerosse Hotel. (Note there are other options to cycle through the park). You can take a break at the hotel which has a restaurant/ cafe and swimming pool. It also has a 9 hole golf course. Turn right, cycle for 70m, and a then sharp left, continuing on The Fossa Way cycle path. Do not leave the hotel grounds. Continue for about 2.5 Kms passing the entrance to the Killarney Golf Club. You will now reach the end of the off-road path. Join the cycle path at the side of the main road, N72. Continue cycling through Fossa Village for 1.5 Kms turning left at the sign for Gap of Dunloe. This section of cycle path is reasonably wide but be extremely vigilant with children. The journey to Kate Kearney's Cottage is just over 5 Kms on the public road. It is a quiet road but definitely not suitable for young children. Teenagers would need to be supervised. The route is signposted to Gap of Dunloe and Kate Kearney's Cottage. Enjoy a well deserved rest at the cottage or the restaurant opposite. The next section, of just under 6 Kms, is off-road although some cars do drive much to the annoyance of the Jaunting Car drivers. This is a challenging climb. There is a very steep incline at the end as you get close to the Gap. Don't be afraid to get off and walk!!! The journey back to Killarney is on the same route for 17.5 Kms. The Circular Route Cyclists can continue over the Gap and down into the Black Valley. There is a cafe/ restaurant at Lord Brandon's Cottage, open in the summertime. Near that point cyclists can book a boat to return to Killarney. But it will need to be booked in advance, don't expect a boat to be waiting. Experienced, mature cyclists may decide to continue on to Moll's Gap and return to Killarney via the main road. The cycle up to Moll's Gap is very steep. The route is only recommended for able cyclists as it is a very busy road in summertime. See the maps of both options in the Map Killarney page. These are both fabulous cycles and highly recommended for experianced cyclists. Back to Top Cycling past the Gap of Dunloe

Plan your trip on the Midleton - Youghal Greenway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. Info Midleton - Youghal Map Midleton - Youghal Travel Midleton - Youghal Links Midleton - Youghal Cafes Midleton - Youghal Hire Midleton - Youghal Gallery Midleton - Youghal History Midleton - Youghal Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Midleton - Youghal Greenway The Midleton to Youghal (pronounced Yawl) Greenway extends a distance of 23 Kms and is situated east of Cork City in Co. Cork. The route can be broken into 3 stages. Midleton to Mogeely - 8 km Mogeely to Killeagh - 5 km Killeagh to Youghal - 10 km Opened in 2024, the greenway runs along a former railway line between Midleton and Youghal. It is quite wide, has an excellent smooth tarmac surface and is very flat, see profile below. The greenway can be accessed via public transport from Midleton and Youghal. There is a commuter rail connection to Cork City (Kent Station) and onwards to the intercity rail network. There are Expressway bus connections in Midleton and Youghal. See the transport section of this site for Rail here and Buses here . There is parking at Midleton, Mogeely, Kileagh and Youghal. See Youtube video here shot during the development of the greenway in 2024 See the wonderful YouTube video from John Finn who walked the greenway just after it opened. The former railway stations along the route have been upgraded which adds to the attractiveness of the route. Trees and hedgerows have been retained along the greenway and have been augmented by new native species. Both Youghal and Midleton are interesting towns with a rich history to be explored. Youghal sits at the mouth of the river Blackwater and is a medieval town with several impressive historical buildings including the eighteenth-century clock tower which houses three floors of exhibits. . Youghal’s most famous resident was Sir Walter Raleigh who lived there for 17 years in the late 16th century. He is credited with having a significant impact on Irish history as he introduced the potato to Ireland. Midleton’s most famous attraction is the Jameson whiskey distillery . A guided tour of the distillery gives a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Jameson’s seven iconic brands and a chance to sample a few of the famous blends. The Clock Tower in Youghal The Jamestown Experience Midleton